I’ll preface this thought with the obvious — I have mo experience coaching an NFL team, let alone children.
In my observation and some others may have commented on this — but, it seems like we offensively moved away from what made us successful with Freddie calling plays last year. Specifically, short timing routes, screens and creative running formations. Now, the insane amount of penalties will lead to longer routes, however, it almost seems like what made Baker unsuccessful under Hue were the empty sets and 10-15 yard routes taking too long to develop was the outcome yesterday. This was also magnified with the atrocious O-Line play, but, the first drive displayed quick screens, runs and open space — maybe this was a representation of what the plan was supposed to look like.
Obviously the score dictates the plan, but it seemed they were knocked off the course early and never caught a rhythm.
That is my .002 cents and I have to admit, I had never been more excited for a game and I am still shocked at how much of a shit show that was. Additionally, it seems there were several lopsided wins and I would venture to say SEVERAL teams will look different week 2. Some teams played higher than their actual ceiling and i believe the Browns and several others played well below their talent level. I am curious to see who comes back to earth and who rises up to the challenge.